The time has come... Neduro DID Dakar! - Page 111

z@ch · 01-03-2012, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Wings

Wow, I'm surprised you all are that surprised.
But I guess you haven't been there watching him work for this, train for this, eat, sleep and BE the Dakar.
I know he plays it down a lot by saying he just want to finish and yes, that is a realistic goal-but at the same time, Ned is very competitive. And while he's having fun, he's been working his butt off for this. His focus has been so tremendous, if you had a chance to observe him over the last few months like I have, you wouldn't be so surprised.

I obviously struck a chord, so I feel compelled to respond...

I in no way meant to belittle Ned's drive, enthusiasm, and least of all, ability. I simply meant that of all the barriers including 2 experienced and skilled US pro's and being his first attempt, the odds of him being in the top 2 of US riders at the end of day 2 seemed incredibly improbable!

Now I'm just enjoying the Ned show!

Region Riley · 01-03-2012, 07:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Iron Horse

Is it time to start thinking about fund raising for next year?

Too fun!

I don't know if I could take another year of this!

Hayduke · 01-03-2012, 07:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Flood

When I heard that he was running at 120kph on the wide open stuff and weaker riders passing him on KTM rally replicas at 160, I thought that we're going to need to factor in a bit more dosh for next year's campaign.

I want to go on the record that I'm offering to pick up his bike at Mattighofen and ride it to the airport. With a few break-in detours, maybe...

cyborg · 01-03-2012, 07:46 AM

I see Ned's through WP1, and I'm afraid to go to the F5irehose thread.

Off to work for me, the New Year (of work) begins. Thanks for the updates F5'rs!

GO NED!!

Iron Horse · 01-03-2012, 07:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Region Riley

I don't know if I could take another year of this!

Half the work is already done.

duct tape · 01-03-2012, 07:57 AM

Looks like Ned lost some time at CP2 21:56 ?

Edit: But he's up from 62 to 56th place, so maybe not...

Hayduke · 01-03-2012, 07:57 AM

Through CP2!

Hayduke · 01-03-2012, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by duct tape

Looks like Ned lost some time at CP2 21:56 ?

Edit: But he's up from 62 to 56th place, so maybe not...

I'm sure he'll lose more and more time from the leaders; those guys are from another planet. The longer the stage, the more distance they'll put between themselves and everyone else...

Tall Mike · 01-03-2012, 08:11 AM

Go Ned!

FL_biker · 01-03-2012, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Hayduke

I'm sure he'll lose more and more time from the leaders; those guys are from another planet. The longer the stage, the more distance they'll put between themselves and everyone else...

Are they the aliens who built the pyramids?
HEY! Maybe the pyramids are actually waypoints!!

Thanks Hayduke for pointing out the fact that a longer stage would increase tle amount he falls behind.
I didn't think about THAT....

At least he's still moving up in position

GO NED GO!!!

Hayduke · 01-03-2012, 08:20 AM

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Originally Posted by FL_biker

Are they the aliens who built the pyramids?
HEY! Maybe the pyramids are actually waypoints!!

Thanks Hayduke for pointing out the fact that a longer stage would increase tle amount he falls behind.
I didn't think about THAT....

At least he's still moving up in position

GO NED GO!!!

Ned's going to ride his own ride, and not get caught in the trap of trying to catch the faster guys; he's a smart rider.

Boondoggle · 01-03-2012, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Hayduke

Ned's going to ride his own ride, and not get caught in the trap of trying to catch the faster guys; he's a smart rider.

"don't let the snowball get too big"

I'm amazed at how relaxed he sounded on the call last night, and very much in control. Certainly a good sign.

duct tape · 01-03-2012, 08:33 AM

Apparently Coma got lost after WP 3 and will lose some time (perhaps following the car route?). Hopefully Ned is paying attention since he's getting close to same area.

duct tape · 01-03-2012, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Boondoggle

"don't let the snowball get too big"

I'm amazed at how relaxed he sounded on the call last night, and very much in control. Certainly a good sign.

Hope is head is still more on finishing than being second American.

z@ch · 01-03-2012, 08:37 AM

Something pretty interesting...

yesterday, Ned's overall pace was 77% of the leader.

today, through 2 check points he's right at 78%. That's some fine consistency.

01-03-2012, 07:57 AM	#1656
duct tape Lost Joined: Jul 2007 Location: Colorful Colorado Oddometer: 387	Looks like Ned lost some time at CP2 21:56 ? Edit: But he's up from 62 to 56th place, so maybe not... __________________ 950 SE 300 XC-W Trails Preservation Alliance www.coloradotpa.org Colorado OHV Coalition www.cohvco.org

01-03-2012, 07:57 AM	#1657
Hayduke ///SAFETY THIRD/// Joined: Jun 2004 Location: Salida, coloRADo Oddometer: 41,628	Through CP2! __________________ Official Adventure Rider T-Shirts! . Dual Sport Riding Techniques videos! Rally Moto Kit ///

01-03-2012, 08:11 AM	#1659
Tall Mike TAT Rookie (planning!) Joined: Oct 2009 Location: Northeast Oregon Oddometer: 540	Go Ned! __________________ Ride the Earth! (Pavement Optional) stable: '05 DL1000,'06 DL650, '99 XR600R, '03 640ADV

01-03-2012, 08:33 AM	#1663
duct tape Lost Joined: Jul 2007 Location: Colorful Colorado Oddometer: 387	Apparently Coma got lost after WP 3 and will lose some time (perhaps following the car route?). Hopefully Ned is paying attention since he's getting close to same area. __________________ 950 SE 300 XC-W Trails Preservation Alliance www.coloradotpa.org Colorado OHV Coalition www.cohvco.org

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01-03-2012, 07:46 AM	#1654
cyborg Potius Sero Quam Numquam Joined: Jun 2004 Location: Pacific NorthWet Oddometer: 4,398	I see Ned's through WP1, and I'm afraid to go to the F5irehose thread. Off to work for me, the New Year (of work) begins. Thanks for the updates F5'rs! GO NED!!

01-03-2012, 08:37 AM	#1665
z@ch Turn it up to eleven Joined: Apr 2008 Location: Tejas Norte Oddometer: 4,513	Something pretty interesting... yesterday, Ned's overall pace was 77% of the leader. today, through 2 check points he's right at 78%. That's some fine consistency.